External Account Manager Birtley, Tyne and Wear Base Salary: £35,000 - £37,500 per annum (DOE) plus commission Working Hours: 37.5hrs per week Monday – Friday Benefits: * Competitive salary and commission * Car allowance * Enhanced Annual Leave * Enhanced Family Benefits * Career progression The Role: Are you a driven sales professional who thrives on building strong relationships and exceeding targets? Do you perform best in fast-paced environments where your contributions are recognised and rewarded? If so, this opportunity could be a great fit. A growing organisation within the (office supplies / FMCG / B2B sales) industry is seeking an experienced External Account Manager to join their dynamic team supporting the North East territory This role offers the chance to build a rewarding career and have a tangible impact on business performance. Key Responsibilities: * Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities. Proactively prospect new clients and convert customers from competitors. * Client Relationships: Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients. Support activation, retention, and contract negotiations. * Sales Growth: Increase share of customer spending by positioning the company as their preferred supplier. * Marketing Engagement: Promote ongoing campaigns and initiatives to boost customer interaction. * Sales Strategy: Leverage available sales tools to identify and maximise opportunities. * Performance Targets: Consistently achieve and exceed sales, profit, and growth objectives. Requirements: * Previous experience in a similar sales or account management role is advantageous. * Experience in the office supplies or FMCG industry is required. * Strong commercial acumen with the ability to price accurately and maintain healthy profit margins. * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). * Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. * Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. * Understanding of sales cycles and customer needs within a B2B environment. * Full clean UK driving licence & own vehicle is required. If you have not heard from us within 48 hours, then please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. This role is being advertised by Kenect Professional, which is a trading name of Kenect Recruitment Ltd, who are acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy